For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,470 students in 98108, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 373 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 98108, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98108, WA are Raisbeck Aviation High School, Maple Elementary School and Cleveland High School Stem. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98108 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98108, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98108, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raisbeck Aviation High School
Alternative School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9229 East Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 631-7200
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 631-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4925 Corson Av S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8310
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8310
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Cleveland High School Stem
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5511 15 Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7800
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Mercer International Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 S Columbian Wy
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Dearborn Park International School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2820 S Orcas St
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-6930
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-6930
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Bridges Transition
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Beacon Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Rising Star Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8311 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7500
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Concord International School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
723 S Concord St
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8100
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8100
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98108, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98108, WA include Raisbeck Aviation High School, Maple Elementary School and Cleveland High School Stem.
How many public schools are located in 98108?
8 public schools are located in 98108.
What percentage of students in 98108 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 98108 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98108?
98108 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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